Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
SOC Code: 51-9032 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut or slice materials, such as glass, stone, cork, rubber, tobacco, food, paper, or insulating material.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge, LA | $32,365 | $42,973 | $53,581 | $64,189 |
| Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA | $43,597 | $50,419 | $57,221 | $64,043 |
| Manchester-Nashua, NH | $40,914 | $48,381 | $55,848 | $63,315 |
| Central New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $47,486 | $52,250 | $57,034 | $61,797 |
| Northeastern Wisconsin nonmetropolitan area | $45,718 | $51,022 | $56,326 | $61,630 |
| Southwestern New Hampshire nonmetropolitan area | $42,328 | $48,734 | $55,120 | $61,526 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $45,053 | $50,253 | $55,453 | $60,653 |
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $33,550 | $42,578 | $51,626 | $60,653 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux, LA | $32,614 | $41,891 | $51,189 | $60,466 |
| Topeka, KS | $44,179 | $49,566 | $54,974 | $60,362 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Operations Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.6 | |
| Quality Control Analysis | 3.5 | |
| Monitoring | 3.2 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 3.1 | |
| Equipment Maintenance | 3.0 | |
| Troubleshooting | 3.0 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.0 | |
| Coordination | 3.0 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Production and Processing | 3.5 |
| Mathematics | 3.2 |
| Mechanical | 3.1 |
| English Language | 2.7 |
| Administration and Management | 2.7 |
| Education and Training | 2.6 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 2.5 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.4 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 55.4% |
| Less than high school | 38.1% |
| Some college | 4.9% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 1.3% |
Typical Tasks
- Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring devices, such as rulers, micrometers, or scales.
- Set up, operate, or tend machines that cut or slice materials, such as glass, stone, cork, rubber, tobacco, food, paper, or insulating material.
- Stack and sort cut material for packaging, further processing, or shipping, according to types and sizes of material.
- Review work orders, blueprints, specifications, or job samples to determine components, settings, and adjustments for cutting and slicing machines.
- Remove defective or substandard materials from machines, and readjust machine components so that products meet standards.
- Press buttons, pull levers, or depress pedals to start and operate cutting and slicing machines.
- Adjust machine controls to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure.
- Maintain production records, such as quantities, types, and dimensions of materials produced.
Technology Skills
Green = Hot Technology in demand
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